Reviews

Mapmakers and the Lost Magic by Amanda Castillo, Cameron Chittock

aroseshaw's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

thefantasticalworldofsara's review

5.0

I've had this on my tbr for awhile and I'm so happy I finally picked it up!! It's full of adventure, exploring, nature and shows the importance of both community and how you don't have to just accept how things are done. I loved Alidade and Lewis and how they balanced each other out. Plus the STYLE!!!! The art style was absolutely amazing and made me feel immersed in the world. I'm eager to pick up the second one!

If you like Lightfall I think you'll really like this

jadegalea's review

5.0

Absolutely loved this book. It was so cute and I can't wait to read more!

Captivated from the very first page!
Could not put the book down.

nic190's review against another edition

4.0

Really charming. A bit lacking in some aspects (pacing), but overall a fun read :D

maireador20's review

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

trix21's review

adventurous emotional sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

more character/story development would’ve been great but the art style was good

geekwayne's review

4.0

'Mapmakers and the Lost Magic' by Cameron Chittock with art by Amanda Castillo is a graphic novel about a young girl who has to make a choice.

Alidade and Blue live in a small community run by the Night Coats, who keep anyone from leaving. Alidade thinks there is more outside her village, but discovering that comes with a cost.

I liked this unusual story and world. The art is a nice style and I think the worldbuilding is pretty great. I look forward to reading more of these characters.

ursa_arlo's review

adventurous funny inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

Positives. The art is absolutely gorgeous! The style and story reminds me of adventure cartoon series like amphibia or the owl house and the characters have very distinct personalities. 

Negatives. This graphic novel is aimed more towards kids which results in the story lacking some depth. Then again, this is the first volume in a series so that might improve as Alidade, Blue and Lewis dive into new adventures. Unfortunately, the print quality of the print version is not great. This can make it hard to see the details of some detailed panels. 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Death of parent

noa_llea's review

adventurous inspiring mysterious reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

bonnieebrown's review

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0